Tag: life
member name: Kimberly Ripley
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November 01, 2007 09:52 AM EDT --
Of poetry I'm clueless.
I seldom write the things.
But try my hand in vain today
And pray good cheer it brings.
Acquaintances we meet each day,
And most they . . .
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April 05, 2008 10:05 PM EDT --
A friend is someone who doesn't mind seeing you at your worst. Rings of smudged mascara and matted hair won't deter friendship.
A friend is someone who'll laugh with . . .
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March 03, 2008 08:57 PM EST --
Filling in for John Philipp today was a treat...I truly enjoyed the many wonderful pieces s ubmitted in various states of humor. Featured pieces for today included:
"Corn Dog Cartoons" . . .
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October 30, 2007 11:07 PM EDT --
by Kimberly Ripley
"And one and two and three and four, and march and two and three and four..."
The Losing and Lively aerobics class was in full swing. Funky 80's . . .
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November 09, 2007 09:24 PM EST --
You've seen the pieces in country kitchens. They may be prevalent in the memories of your elderly relative's homes. Some people know the line as purely functional. It has . . .
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January 17, 2008 05:09 AM EST --
Greetings , Gather writers. It's Thursday! I can't wait to read what you have in store for me today. Since it's been a crazy week, I'd like to propose submitting some lively writing. . . .
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December 11, 2007 05:14 PM EST --
Marjorie Tilton had been divorced since the 1930's. Divorce was a scandalous affair back then-especially when filed by the wife. But this was one feisty woman, and she wasn't one to be . . .
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January 14, 2008 04:46 PM EST --
Formal attire typically means black tie or an evening gown for the ladies.
Casual attire runs the gamut these days...anything from jeans and sneakers to dress slacks and a nice sweater.
Business . . .
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April 11, 2009 10:32 PM EDT --
My daughter went out for a walk this evening, and found a new neighbor had moved into the neighborhood......I'm glad she didn't step on him! He was hanging out right by my car. It's the first . . .
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January 08, 2008 09:58 AM EST --
Issue #23
Greetings, Gather writers, and welcome to this issue of Freelancing for Pleasure and Profit. Did you create a writing list of New Year's Resolutions? This is completely separate . . .
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May 17, 2009 12:42 AM EDT --
I looked in the mirror today
And a stranger looked back
With lines on her face
And graying hair
When did it happen?
I played with the children
My own children's babies . . .
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June 06, 2009 12:08 AM EDT --
For the gift of words
A touch of grace
An inspiration....
I am grateful.
For the love of friends
The hope of tomorrow
A new beginning...
I feel renewed.
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October 15, 2009 11:47 AM EDT --
Greetings, Gather writers. It's not only Thursday, but the day is half gone!
I want to thank "Lynn, who's writing motto is Tabula rasa - Caveat lector (atwhatcost)" for hosting last Thursday's . . .
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October 15, 2009 08:31 PM EDT --
Today's theme was "change" and the many ways it can sneak up on us. We had a few excellent submissions that stuck to the theme, as well as a few that either didn't choose to write on the theme or hadn't . . .
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November 21, 2007 09:33 AM EST --
The Fresh Air Fund is constantly looking for families to provide an inner-city child with two weeks away from their city environment each summer. How could your family help? . . .
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December 18, 2007 05:31 PM EST --
My daughter had to have surgery today, so not much was done in anticipation of Christmas, aside from thanking God that she came through everything just fine. We were blessed with a wonderful doctor and . . .
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November 16, 2008 10:22 PM EST --
I don't, but I really need to get some. I have to drive a couple of hours up into Maine tomorrow. The gas here in the seacoast area of New Hampshire has actually dipped below $2 a gallon. Okay...so . . .
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January 01, 2009 08:20 PM EST --
May you go out of your way at least once every few days for someone else....maybe even a stranger.
May you strive to improve your health....even if it's just one less cookie or a ten minute . . .
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December 28, 2007 09:44 PM EST --
So often we ask the question, "Why, Lord?"
Sometimes there is no answer.
This is one of those times.
On Christmas afternoon a young man threw himself off a building in our city, . . .
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January 01, 2008 06:51 PM EST --
Restroom Reflections
(Ever thought of putting in a port-o-let?)
Ask ten people what their impression is of a public restroom, and it is quite likely that . . .
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